Harry Kane is facing a spell on the sidelines with an ankle ligament problem and Mauricio Pochettino has put his faith in the South Korean to lead the north Londoners' front line against Claude Puel's side.

Danny Rose and Erik Lamela are still sidelined but Victor Wanyama and Kyle Walker have both overcome knocks to start.

Spurs appear to have stuck to a three-man defence and will need to keep in-form striker Manolo Gabbiadini quiet in order to maintain their stellar home record.

Spurs will tighten their grip on second place with victory this afternoon while the visitors are all-but assured of safety and will be aiming to solidify their place in the top 10.